1975 Toyota Crown vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Crown weights approximately 266 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1975 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Crown | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Crown | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
